This week, I had a couple of moments - needing to be at my best and fearing the worst. Found myself doing some of this self talk around my purpose and talking myself into getting excited about the possibilities. I also found myself creating a ritual and finally understanding why athletes will even wear a dirty pair of sock before they perform in a new pair. It's comforting, a sense of familiarity in the face of fear. (I guess it may also be a little bit of warfare!)

4 Bedrock Habits of Highly Confident Women

They're power posing in the ladies' bathroom. They've got that positive visualization thing down like nobody's business. But they also keep in mind these subtle strategies when they really need to shine.

By Joann Klimkiewicz

Words that give life to an ordinary day

Have you read what the book of Ephesians says about us? http://tinyurl.com/ldglqjm

I have not been feeling much like a masterpiece, exactly. I have sensed being made new. It was good to be reminded this morning of the bigger picture. 

So through all the change... A masterpiece! Because of grace!